What is the payer ID for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota Blue Plus Medicaid?

The payer ID for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota Blue Plus Medicaid is 00726. Alternate IDs seen across clearinghouses include 00562, 12259, 7892, MNHCP.

How long does Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota Blue Plus Medicaid provider enrollment take?

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota Blue Plus Medicaid provider enrollment typically takes 60-90 days from application to effective date. Timelines vary by state, plan, and how complete the application is.

Does Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota Blue Plus Medicaid require ERA enrollment?

Yes. Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota Blue Plus Medicaid requires a separate ERA (835) enrollment before electronic remittances flow, and setup activates instantly.

What states does Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota Blue Plus Medicaid cover?

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota Blue Plus Medicaid operates in MN. Coverage can differ by plan and product line, so confirm the specific plan before you file.

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota Blue Plus Medicaid

Part of Blue Cross Blue Shield of MN

Regional plandentalmedical

Typical enrollment turnaround

60-90 days

Summary

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota Blue Plus Medicaid is a regional health plan, part of Blue Cross Blue Shield of MN, offering dental and medical coverage operating in Minnesota. Claims route under payer ID 00726, with 6 alternate IDs in use across clearinghouses. Provider enrollment typically takes 60-90 days, with applications through BCBS MN Provider Portal, and CAQH is used for credentialing data. Through clearinghouses it supports eligibility checks, claim status inquiries, professional claims, institutional claims, dental claims, and electronic remittance (ERA); ERA enrollment is required but activates instantly.

At a glance

Payer ID: 00726Also seen as 00562, 12259, 7892, MNHCP, Z96439, Z96439MA
Also known as: BCBSMN Blue Plus Medicaid, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, MHCP
Uses CAQH: YesApplication route: CAQH application only
Service area: MN

Clearinghouse transaction setup

Which EDI transactions this payer supports, and how long clearinghouse enrollment typically takes when it is required.

Transaction	Enrollment	Typical setup
Eligibility checks (270/271)	Not required	Immediate
Claim status (276/277)	Not required	Immediate
Professional claims (837P)	Not required	Immediate
Institutional claims (837I)	Not required	Immediate
Dental claims (837D)	Not required	Immediate
ERA / remittance (835)	Required	Instant

Common questions

What is the payer ID for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota Blue Plus Medicaid?: The payer ID for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota Blue Plus Medicaid is 00726. Alternate IDs seen across clearinghouses include 00562, 12259, 7892, MNHCP.
How long does Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota Blue Plus Medicaid provider enrollment take?: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota Blue Plus Medicaid provider enrollment typically takes 60-90 days from application to effective date. Timelines vary by state, plan, and how complete the application is.
Does Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota Blue Plus Medicaid require CAQH?: Yes. Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota Blue Plus Medicaid uses CAQH for credentialing data, so keep the provider's CAQH profile current and attested before applying.
Does Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota Blue Plus Medicaid require ERA enrollment?: Yes. Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota Blue Plus Medicaid requires a separate ERA (835) enrollment before electronic remittances flow, and setup activates instantly.
What states does Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota Blue Plus Medicaid cover?: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota Blue Plus Medicaid operates in MN. Coverage can differ by plan and product line, so confirm the specific plan before you file.

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